Meaning & Definition of word "Beaver"

noun:

• 1. A large semiaquatic rodent known for building dams, canals, and lodges.
  • Example: The beaver is known for its ability to alter environments by constructing dams.
• 2. The fur of a beaver, used in textiles and fashion.
  • Example: The hat was made of high-quality beaver fur.
• 3. A person who works hard or is industrious, sometimes used informally.
  • Example: He's such a beaver, always the first one to start a project.

verb:

• 1. To work energetically or to be industrious.
  • Example: I need to beaver away on my report before the deadline.
• 2. To make or maintain a dam.
  • Example: The beavers began to beaver the riverbank, creating a new dam.